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30 Jun 2025 | University Data Protection Office
NEWS | States file lawsuit to stop sale of 23andMe users’ genetic data
10 Jun 2025
UNITED STATES - Twenty-seven states and Washington, D.C. are suing to stop the sale of 23andMe's customer genetic data without consent. Known for its health research and saliva-based DNA testing kits, the company is facing bankruptcy and is set to be sold for $256 million. A court is reviewing the sale, with a privacy expert expected to report on how it could affect customer privacy. READ MORE
FEATURE |Experience pushes SoftBank to enhance data protection framework
12 Jun 2025
JAPAN - SoftBank had a major data breach in 2004, where over 4.5 million customers’ personal information was leaked. This showed how big the risks are for telecom companies when it comes to data security. Since then, SoftBank has created strong rules to protect data. They now train all staff every year and follow strict guidelines when handling personal information. READ MORE
NEWS | Report: Free VPN apps might be sending your browsing info to China
12 Jun 2025
CHINA – A new report says that some free VPN apps may be secretly linked to China, where the government can access user data without a warrant. The Technology Transparency Project found that 17 VPN apps may be connected to a Chinese cybersecurity company under U.S. sanctions. Experts warn that using these VPNs could expose all your internet activity to the Chinese government. READ MORE
NEWS |Germany fines Vodafone $51 million for data privacy breaches
4 Jun 2025
GERMANY - Vodafone was fined €45 million by German privacy regulators for serious issues with how it handled customer data. Some of its partner agencies tricked customers with fake or changed contracts. The company failing to check these agencies properly led to a €15 million fine. An additional €30 million fine was given for weak security in its online and phone systems. READ MORE
NEWS| How AI tools collect your data — and what you should know
12 Jun 2025
GLOBAL - Artificial intelligence is now part of everyday life, with AI tools collecting and analyzing personal data, often without people noticing, giving feedback or making predictions. While they can make life easier, they also raise concerns about data privacy. Experts are now studying how to make AI systems safer and better at protecting people’s personal information. READ MORE
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